Description
Product Overview
ST9320320AS is a small form factor (SFF) hard disk drive made by Seagate. In this article, we will explain the features and technical specifications of this hard disk drive.
Capacity and Form Factor
The ST9320320AS has a capacity of 320 Gigabytes (GB) which means it can store up to 320 billion bytes of data. The hard disk drive has a 2.5-inch small form factor (SFF) which makes it smaller and more portable than the 3.5-inch hard disk drives commonly used in desktop computers. The small size of the hard disk drive also makes it suitable for use in laptops, netbooks, and other portable devices.
Rotational Speed
The ST9320320AS hard disk drive has a rotational speed of 5400 revolutions per minute (RPM). This means that the hard disk drive spins around 5400 times in one minute. The rotational speed of a hard disk drive is important because it determines how quickly data can be read and written to the disk. A higher rotational speed generally means faster performance, but it also means more noise and heat generated by the hard disk drive.
Interface and Transfer Rate
The ST9320320AS hard disk drive uses a Serial Advanced Technology Attachment (SATA) 3 (GBPS) interface. SATA is a commonly used interface for connecting hard disk drives to a computer’s motherboard. The SATA 3 interface has a maximum transfer rate of 6 Gigabytes per second (Gbps), which means that data can be transferred to and from the hard disk drive at a maximum rate of 6 Gigabytes per second. However, the actual transfer rate will depend on a number of factors including the performance of the computer’s motherboard, the quality of the SATA cables used, and other factors.
Cache Size
The ST9320320AS hard disk drive has a cache size of 8 Megabytes (MB). The cache is a small amount of high-speed memory located on the hard disk drive that is used to temporarily store data that is frequently accessed by the computer. The cache can help to improve the overall performance of the hard disk drive by reducing the amount of time it takes to access frequently used data.
Reliability and Durability
Seagate, the manufacturer of the ST9320320AS hard disk drive, has a reputation for producing high-quality and reliable hard disk drives. The hard disk drive is designed to withstand the rigors of daily use and is engineered to be durable and reliable. The hard disk drive also features Seagate’s SmartAlign technology which makes it easy to install in newer systems that use Advanced Format technology.
Conclusion
The ST9320320AS is a 320 Gigabyte (GB) 5400 Revolutions Per Minute (RPM) Serial Advanced Technology Attachment (SATA) 3 (GBPS) 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) Hard Disk Drive made by Seagate. The hard disk drive is suitable for use in laptops, netbooks, and other portable devices due to its small size and high capacity. The hard disk drive has a rotational speed of 5400 RPM and uses a SATA 3 interface with a maximum transfer rate of 6 Gigabytes per second (Gbps). The hard disk drive also features an 8 Megabyte (MB) cache and is designed to be reliable and durable.
General Information about the Seagate ST9320320AS
- Manufacturer : Seagate
- Part Number or SKU#: ST9320320AS
- Type : Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
- Sub-Type : SATA-3GBPS
- Product Line : Momentus
Technical Information
- Cache : 8MB
- Capacity : 320 GB
- Interface : 3GBPS SATA
- Areal Density (AVG) : 253 Gbpinch2
Performance
- Spindle Speed 5400 RPM
- Average Latency 5.6 Msec
- Random Read Seek Time 14 Msec
Dimension and Weight
- Width : 2.8 Inch
- Depth : 3.9 Inch
- Height : 0.6 Inch
- Weight : 0.50 LBS
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